This commitment has once again been recognized by the Colorado Association of Black Journalists. The CABJ has nominated the station for six awards for its coverage of the African American community. 9NEWS Reporter TaRhonda Thomas has also been selected as a finalist for the Association's Broadcast Journalist of the Year honor.

2008 Colorado Association of Black Journalist Nominations:

TV Series- "Black History Month"
Byron Reed

To highlight Black History Month, 9NEWS Photojournalist Byron Reed produced a series of stories last February focusing on African American culture and issues in Colorado.

TV Feature- "Justin's Journey"
Nelson Garcia & Byron Reed

A terrible car accident and a revelation during a coma that followed provided Justin Merow with the impetus he needed to turn his life around. He became a Christian rapper. Now he uses his words and his example to help other at-risk kids.

TV Business- "Ethel's House of Soul'
TaRhonda Thomas & Byron Reed

After 30 years behind the counter the owner and namesake of "Ethel's House of Soul" decided to retire. 9NEWS Reporter TaRhonda Thomas captured Ethel's last day at the soul food restaurant

TV Public Affairs- "Africa Special"
Bazi Kanani, Tom Cole & Colleen Locke

9NEWS Anchor Bazi Kanani returned to the homeland of her ancestors, Tanzania, and brought viewers along with her on the journey.

TV Photojournalism- "Born From Stone"
Byron Reed

During the Chapungu exhibit at the Denver Botanic Gardens classes visitors were offered a chance to learn how to sculpt. Byron Reed followed a class as they turned plain rocks into beautiful sculptures.

TV Overall Excellence- "KUSA Compilation"
KUSA Staff

The Colorado Association of Black Journalists will hold their annual Media Awards and Scholarship Banquet at the Denver Marriott City Center on Friday, August 8th.